Maia from Lynchburg

Great for Christian students who want a biblically based degree and students who struggle in school because of the small class sizes and teacher involvement.

Bang for the buck

The price is so affordable for the quality of education here. Plus you cannot put a price on the friendships and investments the teachers will make into you.

What to do for fun

There is lots of hiking and several historical and sports related things worth checking out. On campus you can check out the actual Toccoa Falls or hike around to several other smaller falls and locations. Outdoor fun is number one here.

Food and Dining

There is a great coffee shop on campus that brews seriously affordable and delicious coffee. The cafeteria has well balanced foods and if you aren't into cafeteria life there are other options for quicker or just different meals around campus. Other good restaurants are close by if you need to get away for a meal.

Dorm Life

I have not lived in the dorms myself, but having spoken to many people who do it seems as if it is a vibrant and exciting life. The dorms are located on the beautiful campus and many activities within the different halls keep things interesting and fun.

Academic Rigor

Toccoa is regionally certified and the teachers are well educated and passionate which shows in the way they conduct class. The online classes are challenging though depend heavily on the teacher's familiarity of online schooling and the motivation of your other classes. Overall, though, it is certainly a top notch school.

Tips for prospective students

If you are looking for a big school where you can blend in with your head down this is not that place. It IS, however, a great place to find yourself, your studies, and a great community. The surrounding area, and even the campus area itself, are absolutely gorgeous so be ready for some breathtaking nature all around you. It is a place for free thinking in the safe arena of Christianity.

In three sentences

It is a small, christian school located in a beautiful area of Gorgia. The teachers are both highly knowledgable and very helpful, investing not only in your education, but your personal character development and individual growth. The close knit society of the small school ensures you won't fall through the cracks and you are sure to make lifelong friends in both students and teachers.

Christian from Anderson, SC

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

3 of 19

Categories

Comments

What to do for fun

Playing intramural sports, visiting the water fall, practicing baseball with the team, and spending time studying in the library.

Food and Dining

Awesome food, can't complain.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is really nice and quiet.

In three sentences

Toccoa Falls is overall a great Christian life and Academics school with really good sports programs such as Baseball, Volleyball, and Soccer. Would recommend anyone who wants to live in a Christian Environment and work hard to go here.

Caleb from Toccoa, GA

Campus safety is pretty safe. we have our own security team who do their best to keep us safe.

Greek Life

None

Clubs and Activities

there are plenty of clubs and activities to join and there are always new ones popping out of nowhere. Anything from martial arts to international students club.

Great for these types of students

Anyone who has a relationship with Christ.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There are two bells if you touch one it means you will soon get married. The other means you will soon be pregnant. We also have a waterfall taller than Niagara falls.

Bang for the buck

this college is definitely worth the price. It is a little pricier than other colleges but also makes the effort to make it affordable.

What to do for fun

there are many things to do for fun such as go to the campus coffee shop, play sports on the intramural field, playing in the gym as well as visiting the falls or hiking in the woods.

Food and Dining

the food could be better but it is a great chance to hang out with friends and just talk.

Dorm Life

Dorm life could not be better getting to know your brothers and sisters in Christ while having fun at the same time.

Academic Rigor

Academic rigor at Toccoa allows you to challenge yourself and have a steady environment to learn with helpful professors.

Tips for prospective students

Don't touch the bells on campus, they have stories behind them (superstitious). Get to know your professors they want to help you. Get involved with campus activities.

In three sentences

Toccoa Falls College is a wonderful place to go to college with a great environment. The teachers get to know you on a personal level and are willing to level themselves with the students through their experiences. The education you receive is solid and is very useful for the rest of your career.

Laura from Friendship, ME

02/13/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

7 of 19

Categories

Comments

Food and Dining

I have quite a few food allergies as well as being a vegetarian. The food doesn't really cater to people like me. It isn't horrible, but they could definitely do better. If you change to the 15 meal plan you can have $100 declining balance for the on-campus diner called the Eagles Nest. They have more options.

Dorm Life

The dorms can be wonderful places and terrible places. If you are a light sleeper I would recommend bringing a fan to help drown out the noises at night. Things can get pretty rowdy, but quiet hour is 11 on weekdays - don't be afraid to ask for that to be enforced if you need it.

Academic Rigor

Toccoa is much easier than the school I transfered from, but I'm not sure that everyone finds the work so simple. Depending on your major and your class schedule it can be very demanding. However, there is tutoring and professors are usually willing to work with you if you're having a serious issue. As long as you stay on top of your class work and study it isn't difficult.

Tips for prospective students

I would suggest changing your meal plan immediately after registering. The cafeteria food is not always awful, but there are definitely certain things to avoid. The fifteen meal plan saves you money and is much more reasonable. A car isn't necessary for campus and everything is pretty much within walking distance, but if you want to take frequent wal-mart trips it's probably a good idea to bring your car along.

In three sentences

Toccoa Falls College is a place that I have found to be very accepting and encouraging. They help students to develop and strengthen their Christian values in order to function in a secular world. The instructors and professors are willing to work with you in order for optimal learning in the classrooms.

ashley from Lawrenceville, GA

The campus is a very safe place. It's literally like living at a camp amongst your family members. There is nothing to fear except the fire alarm going off and you being in the shower.

Greek Life

You would have a blast!

Clubs and Activities

They have wonderful activities and clubs to join. Toccoa Falls College is really dedicated to reaching the youth, serving people, and leading them to Christ. So if you love to be a part of the community, come on and join us.

Great for these types of students

Just take a visit, you'd want to stay for life.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The only disadvantage of Toccoa Falls College is the distance and the place. It is in the middle of nowhere, I would say. But the greatest thing about that is that you can find things to do and explore.

Bang for the buck

One word: expensive But if God wants you hear, He will make a way

What to do for fun

There's not much to do in regards to going to a an arcade place or mall, but that's where your brain works. It's fun to explore and make up games and things to entertain yourself and friends. Now there are places like the movies and bowling places to go, but nothing beats doing things off the top of your head. Oh, and you can cliff dive, did I mention that?

Food and Dining

There is surprisingly restaurants in Toccoa, Georgia, When I got here I was surprised. There's a Zaxby's, McDonald's, Chick-fil-A, Applebees, and other great restaurants and place to eat. However, the school's food honestly is not that great at all.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is pretty great. We are like a little family, and we try and do things together frequently. The resident assistants (R.A) and SLC's always love to be around you, they are like big sisters. They are very good at keeping accountability, sometimes it's annoying but it's good to know someone is there for you and behind you in all you do.

Academic Rigor

Paying attention and keeping your grades up is a must. If you don't understand they are always there to help, and they even have free tutoring and things for helping you understand.

Tips for prospective students

For the prospective students, I suggest you really have God's confirmation and even in your heart that He wants you at Toccoa Falls. When you do that everything will work out for both You and His good.

In three sentences

I would give Toccoa Falls College, on a scale of 1 to 10, and 8. This college is so loving and the atmosphere here is wonderful.

Mallory from Toccoa Falls, GA

I think it is great that we have campus security, but am concerned with the ammount of stealing that goes on.

Greek Life

There is none. Wish there was.

Clubs and Activities

I enjoy the intermural sports. I wish there was more things to do through out the community. But there is definitely plenty of clubs and activities to get involved in, its jsut finding what fits you.

Great for these types of students

People who are looking for a small college where everybody knows everybody which sometimes means everybody knows your business. Looking for structure.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There are alot of hiking places.

Bang for the buck

I am getting a lot out of this school, but it wouldn't hurt if tuition was lower.

What to do for fun

There is sports to watch, getting involved in a church, and then lots of fun you create with your friends.

Food and Dining

A lot of people complain about the food. It could be better, but I'm thankful for a meal.

Dorm Life

I personally have had trouble with dorm life. I enjoy it to an extent but I also want my space. I think that students should be allowed to move off campus sooner or the college should promote some sort of independent living.

Academic Rigor

I have learned alot at this college. I enjoy the professors they really know they're stuff.

Tips for prospective students

My tips for prospective students is to really take the handbook serious. Also, to accept the school for what it is, it is a great place to make true friends and enjoy the pleasures of a small town. It's nice and peaceful and great for having good fun.

In three sentences

I think it is a great college, but could also use some improvements. I enjoy the community here but feel that it can sometime be to pressed upon us. I like the principles it stands on and all that I am learning here.

Kelsey from Toccoa Falls, GA

06/15/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

10 of 19

Categories

Comments

What to do for fun

There is a ton of outdoor activities on campus and in surrounding areas! If you like being outside, then TFC is perfect for you! There's also the campus coffee shop which sells .50 cent coffee! And it's so awesome!

Food and Dining

The food is probably the biggest downside to TFC, but the cafeteria is trying to improve the foods that it puts out and I think it's getting better.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is awesome and everybody should experience it! The Residence Life staff are so intentional and they really make a positive difference in your development. The dorm is like a big family and such a wonderful community. Whenver a crisis of some sort happens, it is so amazing to see everyone come together and show the hurting person so much love, just like the body of Christ is supposed to do!

Academic Rigor

The professors are really awesome. They really challenge you and are always available to talk outside of class if you have questions or need help with something.

Tips for prospective students

Stay on campus! Come for campus preview in order to really get a feel for college life!

In three sentences

Toccoa Falls College is a great place to pursue your Bachelor's degree. If you want to go into ministry later in life, this is a great place to be. This school is a training grounds for anyone who wants to go into any kind of Christian services after college.

Sarah from Carlton, GA

The clubs and activities are good because the campus is so small. This school involves a small community in which you can really get to know and enjoy one another.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The waterfall is the biggest on-campus attraction. We are always having tourists drop by to take a hike and enjoy the view.

Bang for the buck

This school is the cheapest one that I looked at when I was searching for a college. It is a very old campus, so some of the buildings and the food quality are lacking.

What to do for fun

There are plenty of groups to join on campus (i.e. outdoor club, ministry clubs). There are also events to participate in throughout the week and on the weekends.

Food and Dining

One of the downsides to TFC is the food. Some of the food is great while some of it is terrible. There are a couple different meal plans to choose from, so please do not choose the 21 meals per week plan.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is one of my favorite parts of TFC. Living on campus and in the dorms allows me to become a part of the community here and to make great friends. Most of us know how to enjoy life and have fun without breaking the law.

Academic Rigor

Like anywhere else, some of the professors are easy while others are very difficult. As you move deeper into your major, the work becomes much more rigorous.

Tips for prospective students

1. Live on campus if at all possible. 2. Don't be shy. People here are super friendly, and friends are essential to the college experience. 3. Go to the baseball and basketball games and the school plays. There are plenty of people to meet. 4. Chapel is great. Just don't get behind on chapel credits. 5. Get plugged in to a Barnabas group and a student ministry.

In three sentences

Toccoa Falls College is the best college decision I could have made. The campus is small, the professors really care about their students, and the emphasis is overtly Christ-centered. It offers all kinds of majors and includes men's and women's soccer and basketball, as well as women's volleyball and men's baseball.

Chelsea from Good Hope, GA

We have security walking around all hours of the day and we have a guard shack that keeps an eye on anything suspicious.

Greek Life

We do not have any Greek life clubs.

Clubs and Activities

The clubs and activities are fun and active. We usually got something going on every week here on campus that get all the students involved.

Great for these types of students

If you love the Lord and the outdoors, than Toccoa is the place for you.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There is a little waterfall that everyone likes to go to. It is about a 10 minute hike, but the view is so beautiful and peaceful.

Bang for the buck

Toccoa is a wonderful school for learning and will help you grow in your spiritual walk with Christ. Yes, it may seem expensive, but compared to other private schools, it is not that bad.

What to do for fun

At Toccoa, the most fun thing to do is go hiking or visit the waterfall. Outdoor activities are the main attraction here in Toccoa, but it is so beautiful and a great joy to be able to encounter everyday.

Food and Dining

I am not a fan of the food, but they are trying hard to come up with new ideas to incorporate a better variety that would meet all the students dietary needs.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is very family oriented. You will be able to meet so many new people and gain friendships that will last a life time.

Academic Rigor

I think the academics at Toccoa are great. The teachers are very caring and are always there to help.

Tips for prospective students

At Toccoa, you will be attending 48 chapels a semester and will gain an immense amount of knowledge about the bible. It is best to remember that you will be eating campus food so you might want to prepare for the everyday meals we are provided.

In three sentences

Toccoa Falls a christian school that has a wonderful campus and beautiful waterfalls. At Toccoa, we are able to graduate with a bible minor and achieve the goals of gaining the tools for the career we would like to pursue.

christians, loud and bubbly personalities. people who like to hammock.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

there is a waterfall on campus that is as tall as niagra falls. alot of the students hammock on trees around campus.

Bang for the buck

it is really good price and they offer lots of scholarships

What to do for fun

toccoa is small but there is stuff close by in habersham there is a movie theatre. atlanta is only an hour and a half away.

Food and Dining

the cafeteria has a lot of options they have a salad bar, a grill section, and home cooking section. no college is complete without pizza too. there is the eagles nest that is reasonably priced good for studying there as well.

Dorm Life

it sometimes can be very loud. the people are vey nice and there is lots of dorm events.

Academic Rigor

classes are somewhat easy if you read, study and do your homework.

Tips for prospective students

come visit the campus. check out the website. attend a class to see if you like the college.

In three sentences

great spiritual atmosphere. there is somewhat good food. it is a very small town with a wal-mart.

great for outdoorsy students or those wishing to persue a major in outdoor leadership and education. great for students who do not want to go to a large school. great for students wishing to persue a career as a missionary.

What to do for fun

various clubs at tfc plan and host events and trips such as the outdoor club or the drama club. tfc's campus is perfect for those who enjoy the outdoors as there are many hiking trails on campus as well as off and rock climbing 15 minutes away at currahee mountain. for those who prefer shopping buford, ga is 40 minutes away where the mall of ga is located as well as many other attractions. atlanta is only an hour away. the town of toccoa has many fast food options as well as a walmart, antique mall, and bookstore.

Food and Dining

food services at tfc are provided by aramark. the food in the cafeteria requires creativity and patience. however, there is a small fast-food type place in the student commons that is slightly better. students have a variety of meal plans to choose from so that they have the option of forgoing aramark food altogether and cooking for themselves.

Dorm Life

freshman are required to live in dorms. the dorms at tfc are old however, they all have wireless internet and cable tv. upperclassmen live in apartment-style buildings called terraces. all halls and terraces plan and hold different events for their residents which may be anything from a trip to atlanta to a morning brunch.

Academic Rigor

professors at tfc want to make sure that you are getting it and often times will grade you according to what they think you can do rather than against the others in your class room. many departments have specific gpa requirements that you must maintain to stay in your major. however, professors are willing to work with you if you do not understand something or are not happy with your grades.

Tips for prospective students

if you are planning to visit the campus take you application with you and they will waive the application fee. ask questions about all the fields of study, not just the one you may be interested in. don't take the yearly tuition number as the final amount. go through the list of tuition expenses and determine how much you will need. a lot of times they will tack on miscellaneous costs that you may not need.

In three sentences

toccoa falls college is a private christian college in northeast ga. tfc holds academic excellence, spiritual growth, and relationships as the important aspects to mature in. students will find various opportunities to grow spiritually, academically and relationally as they pursue their degree.

Becca from Savannah, GA

01/11/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
15 of 19

Categories

Comments

Campus Safety

The only safety issues are in the woods on and around the campus: we do have legit wildlife here. So watch out for bears and panthers if you're on a trail at dusk and dawn, and don't hike Dead Man's Trail at night alone. Other than that... occasionally this random guy will run around campus with a bigfoot mask.. but he's not really a safety threat.

Greek Life

HA! There is none. No greek here. Unless you're taking New Testament Greek, but.. I don't think that's what the review was getting at.

Clubs and Activities

There are a few clubs on campus (Drama club is great! There's also a martial arts club, an outdoors club, I'm not really sure what else...). The best part, though, are the diverse student ministries.

Great for these types of students

Great for students who want a small, personal, atmosphere, like the outdoors, and want to authentically grow in their Christian walk.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Umm.. The only one I know about is that when students of the World Missions Department graduate, they walk across the stage barefoot - in reference to Romans 10:15 - And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, 'How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!'

Bang for the buck

It's about $23,000 but the school does give you some nice scholarships. If you maintain a 3.5 or above, you'll get $7500 a year. There are several other scholarships that you can receive, and frankly, money's not a big deal for God so He will provide if He wants you here. That said, for the quality of teaching, it's not a bad price - and since its a small school, the professors all know you by name and care about your personal life. It's not uncommon for a professor to invite a class to his/her house for a cookout or movie.

What to do for fun

Toccoa is a small town, so there's not much of a social scene. I love hiking, so when I have spare time I hike EVERYWHERE. There are supposedly 14 waterfalls on the campus (a large part of the campus is woods; only 1/10 of it is buildings); I have found 5 of these waterfalls. So that's great if you like the outdoors. If you don't like the outdoors... well, we're only 40 minutes from Commerce, which has great shopping, 1.5 hours from Atlanta, which has EVERYTHING, 1 hour from Greenville if you don't like Atlanta, and 30 minutes from Helen, which is a precious german tourist attraction.

Food and Dining

I've had worse food, but I've also had better. Our food supplier is Aramark, and they have some really stellar food on occasion - especially good cultural food.. but for the most part it's pretty average.

Dorm Life

Every dorm on campus is different. Underclassmen girls live in either Fant or LeTourneau Hall (both of which have their advantages and disadvantages) while guys live in Forrest Hall. Upperclassmen can choose to live in the Terraces and Cottages, which are smaller dorms. The cottages are actual houses - usually reserved for seniors only.

Academic Rigor

I expected college to be more difficult. It's not necessarily easy, per say, but if you listen in class, take notes, turn in assignments on time, and study for your tests, you'll make A's or B+'s every time. The professors here are great (for the most part) and are very reasonable.

Tips for prospective students

Be authentic. A lot of places will tell you to try to impress the school, but at Toccoa authenticity, sincerity, and integrity is valued. The school seeks to develop character with intellect, but character is the more important of the two.

In three sentences

Toccoa's a great place to get away from the hurry and scurry of life and focus on God, fellowship, and academics. It's only 1.5 hours from Atlanta and an hour from Greenville, SC, so you can still get to civilization when you want it! Great professors, good fellowship, and a beautiful campus tucked into the foothills of the Appalachian mountains make this a great option for college.

Keven from Ephrata, PA

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
17 of 19

Categories

Comments

Great for these types of students

Students who are looking into the Missions field or just ministry should attend to this school!

Tips for prospective students

If you like a small, peaceful, and beautful college and you want great professors, then come to Toccoa Falls College! I love this college! This college is home to me... I get home-sick when i come home from college...

Bang for the buck

Expensive but OUT OF STATE TUITION is the Same as in-state Tuition!

Will enjoy being here

It is small and everyone there is really nice... Everyone is open and loves to make friends

Will learn a lot

If you listen well to the professors, then you'll Learn a lot! Make sure to have Professor Reese as your Professor! He's one of the BEST!

Margaret from Waynesboro, VA

07/18/2010

Reviewer is A current student here.

3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
18 of 19

Categories

Comments

Am enjoying being here

I truly love this college. It is the perfect place for me. It is small, but the community is wonderful. We have a huge support system that makes the stressful times less frustrating. This college truly is a place for men and women of God.

Cappex is the company behind CollegeGreenlight.com.

College Greenlight is a service provided by Cappex.com, a leading college search website that has relationships with hundreds of colleges nationwide and years of experience helping millions of students achieve their college dreams.